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		<title>Utility Tarrif Hikes</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2010/08/14/utility-tarrif-hikes/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Aug 2010 11:19:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The National Energy Regulator (NERSA) gave Eskom the go-ahead in February to raise its tariffs by 25% from 1 April, which in most municipalities is being passed on to electricity consumers. Add to this the new water tariff, and the monthly burden adds considerably to the consumers household bills. With the new Eskom electricity, and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Co-Ownership</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2010/03/22/c0-ownership/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2010 09:59:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fractional ownership allows you to co-own a property, by acquiring a portion of the property at a fraction of the price. People seeking to own a dream vacation home give in to the economic realities and benefits of shared ownership. The smart and affordable way to own a holiday home with managed hospitality and support [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Prepare Your Personal  Budget and Then Stick To It</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2010/02/25/prepare-your-personal-budget-and-then-stick-to-it/</link>
		<comments>http://www.pro-prop.net/2010/02/25/prepare-your-personal-budget-and-then-stick-to-it/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:51:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Manage your money like a business using discipline and common sense draw up a budget of your monthly income and expenses, to ensure a sound financial future. Working with a personal budget puts you in control of your money, helping you achieve your savings goals; or if you&#8217;re in debt, a budget is a proven [...]]]></description>
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		<title>2010 FIFA World Cup Fixtures</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2010/01/18/2010-fifa-world-cup-fixtures/</link>
		<comments>http://www.pro-prop.net/2010/01/18/2010-fifa-world-cup-fixtures/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:52:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The vibrant cosmopolitan metropolis 2010 Host City of Cape Town, with a population of over 3 million is the capital of the Western Cape Province and is South Africa’s third biggest city. A city known for its magnificent natural scenery, wines and stunning beaches. The ample accommodation available in Cape Town will see fans basing [...]]]></description>
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		<title>&#8216;Tis the Season &#8230; to Sell Your Home</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/12/07/tis-the-season-to-sell-your-home/</link>
		<comments>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/12/07/tis-the-season-to-sell-your-home/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:03:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many buyers stop looking for a new home during the holiday season. There are many others though who have no choice &#8211; they must, for a number of reasons, keep searching for a new home. While many sellers feel they would prefer not to be &#8216;disturbed&#8217; during the holiday season, and will temporarily remove their [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Buildings Shifting Shape</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/10/30/buildings-shifting-shape/</link>
		<comments>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/10/30/buildings-shifting-shape/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:48:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.pro-prop.net/?p=103</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Immobiliare … or immobilier, or immobillien &#8230; the word for Real Estate used in Latin languages translates to “an unmovable property”. This is about to change! Italian architect Dr. David Fisher , honoured as the worldwide Architect of the Year 2008 by The Developer &#38; Builders Alliance, has created the concept of a building changing [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Attract Home Buyers With These Ideas</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/10/29/attract-home-buyers-with-these-ideas/</link>
		<comments>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/10/29/attract-home-buyers-with-these-ideas/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:50:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Make rooms &#8216;Gender&#8217; friendly &#8211; use neutral colour and minimal frills Paint with neutral healthy colours &#8211; colours that make the room light and bright Modernise the kitchen &#8211; replace damaged counter tops, paint dark cabinets or replace cabinet doors, fit brushed chrome or stainless steel Upgrade the bathroom &#8211; use a neutral color and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Selling Real Estate in a Sluggish Market</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/08/25/selling-real-estate-in-a-sluggish-market/</link>
		<comments>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/08/25/selling-real-estate-in-a-sluggish-market/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:30:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.pro-prop.net/?p=202</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Real estate is one commodity that many depend upon to get them through the rough times in their investment strategies. The problem is that unlike stocks and bonds, fixed property is not the most liquid of assets to turn into cash when the going gets rough and money is needed immediately. This may be the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Why Some Homes Sell</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/08/19/why-some-homes-sell/</link>
		<comments>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/08/19/why-some-homes-sell/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:58:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[commission]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[garden]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.pro-prop.net/?p=174</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Why do some houses sell and others don’t? There’s no ultimate answer to this question, &#8230; &#8230; but here are reasons we believe properties linger on the market: Poor maintenance, including ceiling stains, leaky taps and drains, ancient flooring and kitchens. Bland (and cluttered) interior. Poor landscaping and badly kept garden. Priced too high for [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Great Family Activity</title>
		<link>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/07/18/great-family-activity/</link>
		<comments>http://www.pro-prop.net/2009/07/18/great-family-activity/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2009 09:27:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Colin Gorvett</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[ancestors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[family]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Take yourself on a journey of self-discovery! Researching your family tree has become very popular, raising interest in many people as to where their ancestors came from, how they got here, and what they were doing. Humans have always been interested in where they came from. The Bible shows many genealogies of biblical personalities. Many [...]]]></description>
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